Archive for April, 2010

Another perfect day in New York City.  Anyone who can will do whatever it takes to enjoy it. Whether it be during lunch, or on a sudden sick day. And the fact that it is a Friday makes it that much better, or worse, depending on where you stand. I was awakened by the sounds [Continue]

This past weekend the family and I ventured two hours out of NYC to Woodloch Pines Resort, a family destination located in Hawley, PA owned by the Kiesandahl family for 52 years. John Kiesandahl took over the business from his mother and father, Mary and the late Harry Kiesandahl, and has successfully maintained the ideal [Continue]

After six years of producing quality and innovative Jewish music for grown-ups, JDub has decided to offer something for the littler fans, beginning with the dynamic Let’s Go Coconuts! from new band The Macaroons. The record is comprised of 17 power-pop tracks for the petite set and is now available nationwide. The Macaroons feature [Continue]

Friday, April 23 from noon to 2:00pm representatives for Orlando, FL will be in Madison Square Park (23rd and Madison) kicking off their World Smile Search with Kyle and Stacey (Orlando’s Smile Ambassadors) and celeb guests Jaoey Fatone (N-SYNC and Dancing with the Stars) and Melissa Rycroft (THe Bachelor and Dancing with the Stars). Their [Continue]

Today was a wonderful day in New York City. Earth Day in NY has been warm and sunny and cheerful. A freshness of Spring is back in the air. We even experienced some April showers for a brief moment, but not too long after the sun was shining bright again. I made my way downtown. [Continue]

There are tons of fun events going on this coming weekend in celebration of Earth Day. Check your favorite events listing sites as they would have more info, but I wanted to highlight one event that I know is going to be a total blast happening this Sunday at the Bowery Ballroom, a local beverage [Continue]

In honor of Mother’s Day, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Times Square will offer Moms free entrance and a family photo on Sunday, May 9, 2010 (a $30 value). From 12:30-7pm, Moms who bring their children to Ripley’s will receive free admission and have the opportunity to take family portraits with Ripley’s Sideshow Wonder [Continue]

Have you ever done something stupid that ended up changing your life? You must be ready for the most STUPID contest you’ve ever heard of! Introducing….Diesel’s national FACES OF STUPID contest! Are you stupid? Are your best friends even more stupid? People all over the US have the chance to win their choice of once-in-a-lifetime [Continue]

Spring is gorgeous I would say mostly everywhere in the world. But for this New York City girl, there is nowhere better than Spring in New York City. I know, I know. I sound like a broken record. But this is one of those seasons where raising children in the city is just awesome because [Continue]

During my recent excursions to Orlando, FL, one of the most fun things I did was taste some of the best dishes offered by a few restaurants found in the various theme parks. I have had a few bad culinary experiences at theme parks before, and am not much of a giant turkey drumstick eating [Continue]